1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 415 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Aspen | Civic |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |